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Metabolic Research Institute West Palm Beach FL

Co-Medical Directors

William Kaye MD Metabolic Research Institute Inc.

William Kaye, M.D., F.A.C.P.

Board Certifications: Internal Medicine; Nephrology; Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Medical Education: Brown University
Fellowship Training: New York Hospital Cornell University Medical Center

Dr. Kaye received his medical degree from Brown University where he was elected to the Sigma Xi Scientific Honor Society. Following his internal medicine training at Brown and its affiliated hospitals, Dr. Kaye completed a fellowship at Cornell University Medical Center at New York Hospital and the Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. He subsequently joined the faculty of the Harvard University Medical School where he served as a consultant to the prestigious Joslin Diabetes Center and the New England Deaconess / Beth Israel Hospital in Boston.

In 1985 Dr. Kaye founded Palm Beach Diabetes and Endocrine Specialists, PA. “From the Joslin Clinic, I carried with me the belief that normalizing blood sugars can prevent many of the dreadful complications of Diabetes. Diabetic education is the first step in this process. It empowers our patients to help manage their own diabetes,” Dr. Kaye related.

The past president of the Palm Beach County American Diabetes Association, Dr. Kaye also served as Chief of Endocrinology at both Good Samaritan and St. Mary’s Hospitals. A current member of the Endocrine Society and a Fellow of the American College of Physicians, Dr. Kaye has been named to the list of Top Physicians of America, as chosen by his own peers.

Over the past several years Dr. Kaye has presented lectures on various endocrine diseases at local and national levels. His articles on diabetes, hypertension, kidney disease and cholesterol disorders have been widely published in the well respected New England Journal and the Archives of Internal Medicine. As a contributing author to the popular magazine, Diabetes Forecast, and the co-director of the Metabolic Research Institute, Inc., he continues to be actively involved in medical research issues.

In addition to diabetes, Dr. Kaye maintains a strong interest in osteoporosis, cholesterol metabolism and obesity, as well as disorders of the thyroid gland.

Barry Horowitz MD Metabolic Research Institute Inc.

BARRY S. HOROWITZ, M.D., F.A.C.P.

Board Certifications: Internal Medicine; Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Medical Education: Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University
Fellowship Training: Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center in New York

Dr. Horowitz graduated from Cornell University with distinction in all subjects and was elected Phi Beta Kappa. He subsequently received his medical degree from the Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University, where he was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society.

Dr. Horowitz completed both his internal medicine residency and fellowship in endocrinology and metabolism at Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center in New York. During his fellowship, Dr. Horowitz conducted research in several areas of endocrinology, including cholesterol metabolism, osteoporosis and diabetes. He has written several articles that have been published in medical journals and has co-authored a chapter on diabetes and cholesterol in a major medical textbook. He continues to participate in research studies and is co-director of The Metabolic Research Institute in West Palm Beach.

Dr. Horowitz joined Palm Beach Diabetes and Endocrine Specialists in 1992. He believes that patients hold the key to their medical problems, “If I can put my patients in control through education, I have done them a great service. I also like to stress lifestyle changes such as diet and exercise and use only the most current therapy when medication becomes necessary.” Dr. Horowitz also believes that communication is essential in his relationships with patients. He adds, “I encourage and look forward to my patients’ questions.”

Dr. Horowitz is a member of the American Medical Association, the American College of Physicians, the American Diabetes Association, the American Heart Association and the National Osteoporosis Foundation. He is also a founding member of the Florida Lipid Associates. The current past President of the Florida Affiliate of the American Heart Association, Dr. Horowitz continues to lecture both locally and nationally on a variety of endocrine related topics.

MRI Clinical Study Investigator

Morolake Amole, M.D.

Board Certifications: Internal Medicine; Endocrinology

Dr Amole received her undergraduate degree from University of Miami and went on to complete her masters of science in Biomedical Sciences at Florida Atlantic University. She obtained her medical education from Meharry Medical College in Nashville, TN . Residency training was at the University of South Florida. She completed her fellowship at the University of Florida in Gainesville where she participated in research on a variety of subjects including continuous glucose monitoring, insulin pumps and medical education. She joined Palm Beach Diabetes and Endocrine specialists in 2020.

Dr Amole is a member of the American Medical Association, American Diabetes Association and Gold Humanism Honor Society.

MRI Management Team

Iliana Ladd, Metabolic Research Institute CFO

Illiana Ladd, Chief Financial Officer and Human Resources Manager

Illiana has been a member of the Metabolic Research Institute Team since early 2012. She has an extensive background in Administrative and Office Management. She currently serves as our Chief Financial Officer and Human Resources Manager, but has also worked in various other aspects of the business. Illiana not only meets but surpasses sponsor timeline requirements and maintains efficient communication between our site and the sponsor/CRO and always puts the patient’s best interests first in any task she undertakes.

Cossett-Allegue Clinical Research Coordinator Metabolic Research Institute Inc. West Palm Beach FL

Cossett Allegue – Clinical Operations Manager

Cossett is a CMA and CRC who has over 20 years of experience working in the medical field, and more than 7 years of experience working in Clinical Research. Her research expertise is in COPD, asthma, fibroids, hypothyroidism, endometriosis, vitiligo, eczema, obesity and diabetes. Working in Clinical Research gives her an unique opportunity to make a difference in people’s lives, which it makes this career extremely rewarding. As our Clinical Operations Manager, Cossett is responsible for supporting the daily activities of team members to ensure all projects are completed on time and in compliance with all standards.

MRI Clinical Team

Danielle Ramos, Lead Clinical Research Coordinator, Metabolic Research Institute Inc. West Palm Beach FL

Danielle Ramos – Business Development

Danielle is a Certified Clinical Research Coordinator with over 22 years of clinical research experience. Her long research experience spans multiple disciplines. Danielle has completed multiple certifications beyond GCP, including NIH Protecting Human Research Participants, IATA, IV certification, RMA and others. She is an excellent team leader. Danielle always ensures that study procedures are completed from start to finish according to FDA and ICH GCP guidelines while maintaining high quality assurance and subject safety.

Jake Hernandez, Clinical Research Coordinator, Metabolic Research Institute Inc West Palm Beach FL

Matias Noguera – Clinical Research Coordinator

Meet Matias Noguera, a Dedicated Clinical Research Coordinator at Metabolic Research Institute. With notable experience in medical research and perfusion services, Matias brings expertise from his work in hospitals and clinical research clinics. His Educational background includes a degree in Emergency Medical Services and Paramedics. Matias is committed to advancing medical research and improving patient care through innovative studies and collaborations.